Early Conflicts
Why did Mexico distrust the United States' settlers by 1830?
Mexico feared the U.S. wanted Texas and distrusted settlers who often disobeyed Mexican laws.
What was the purpose of the Law of April 6, 1830?
It stopped U.S. immigration, ended Anglo empresario contracts, and imposed tariffs.
What event marked the start of the Texas Revolution?
The Battle of Gonzales, where Texans resisted Mexican troops' attempts to seize a cannon.
Who led the Texan forces at the Battle of the Alamo?
William B. Travis and James Bowie.
When was Texas Independence Day?
March 2, 1836
What was the Fredonian Rebellion?
It was the first attempt by Texas settlers to secede from Mexico, led by Haden Edwards.
Why did the settlers dislike the Law of April 6, 1830?
It restricted U.S. immigration and outlawed slave labor, which many settlers depended on.
What was the result of the Siege of San Antonio?
General Cos surrendered, giving Texans control of the city and the Alamo.
Who wrote the Texas Declaration of Independence?
George Childress, who modeled it after the U.S. Declaration of Independence.
Where was the Texas Declaration of Independence signed?
Washington-on-the-Brazos
What did General Mier y Terán report about Texas?
He warned that Anglo settlers outnumbered Tejanos and that rebellion was likely.
What did the Texas conventions of 1832 and 1833 request?
They requested Texas be a separate state and for the repeal of the Law of April 6, 1830.
How long did the Battle of the Alamo last?
It was a 13-day siege, ending in a brief battle on March 6, 1836.
Who commanded the Texas army at San Jacinto?
Sam Houston
What was the purpose of the Treaties of Velasco?
To declare the end of the war and recognize Texas as independent.
What were the Turtle Bayou Resolutions?
Statements by Texans opposing Mexico’s Centralist government and supporting Santa Anna.
Why was Stephen F. Austin arrested in 1834?
For writing a letter suggesting Texans form their own government, which was intercepted.
What was the outcome of the Goliad Massacre?
Colonel Fannin’s surrendered forces were executed under Santa Anna’s orders.
Who was Stephen F. Austin?
An empresario who advocated for Texan rights and was imprisoned for his letters. The "Father of Texas".
What happened in the Runaway Scrape?
Texans fled eastward to escape Santa Anna's advancing army.
Who were the Centralists and the Federalists?
Centralists, led by Bustamante, wanted a strong central government; Federalists, led by Santa Anna, supported state power.
What impact did the Mier y Terán Report have on Mexican policy?
It led to stricter control over Texas through the Law of April 6, 1830.
Why was the Battle of San Jacinto significant?
It was the final battle, where Texans defeated Santa Anna in 18 minutes, securing independence.
Who was the Mexican General defeated at the Battle of San Jacinto?
General Santa Anna
Why did Mexico refuse to recognize the Treaties of Velasco?
They claimed Santa Anna signed under duress as a prisoner.